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A45904 Inquest after blood, being a relation of the several inquisitions of all that have died by any violent death in the city of London, and borough of Sovthwark commencing from Jan. 1, 1669, to the conclusion of the last sessions holden at the Old Baily, Feb. 21, and the assizes for Surrey, March 1, with some remarkable observations : also, a brief account of those that were there found guilty, with mention of their crimes and punishments : published for the satisfaction fo some, and to prevent the mistakes of others. 1670 (1670) Wing I209B; ESTC R15997 3,691 15

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